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Home My WebLink About07-27-1994 Library Commission agendaSaratoga Library Commission Meeting Saratoga Community Library July 27, 1994 7:30 p.m. AGENDA I. Call to Order II. Roll Call III. Report on Posting of Commission Agenda IV. Approval of Minutes of June 22, 1994, Meeting V. Old Business A. Foundation B. Report from Chair on Library Funding Campaign Committee VI. New Business A. Nomination of Supervisor Diane McKenna for CALTAC Award VII. B. Development of Model for Library Services at $33 Assessment Level (continued from May meeting) Reports Susan Fuller, County Librarian Dolly Barnes, Community Librarian Carolyn King, City Staff Representative Sally Towse, Chair VIII. Oral and Written Communications IX. Adjournment Next Meeting: August 24, 1994 Saratoga Library Commission Meeting Saratoga Community Library June 22, 1994 7:30 p.m. Action Minutes I. Call to Order The meeting was called to order at 7:30 p.m. II. Roll Call Commissioners present: Grantham, Martini, Peacock, Sessler, Skow, Towse Commissioner absent: Ceppos III. Report on Posting of Commission Agenda The agenda was posted on June 17, 1994 IV. Approval of Minutes of May 25, 1994, Meeting The minutes were approved as submitted. V. Old Business Foundation Chair Sally Towse reported that the Foundation is still working on the composition of the board, and it's application for non- profit status. VI. New Business A. Report from Chair on June 4 All -Commission Workshop and Library Funding Campaign Committee County Librarian Susan Fuller commented that all of the Commissioners had received minutes from the all -commission workshop. There are a number of issues still to be decided for the ballot measure, such as a cap on future increases, the maximum assessment for large commercial properties, and the idea of a sunset clause. Chair Towse reported that she is on the steering committee and they are working on wording for the ballot measure. They will be working with the consultant and making decisions on the campaign. VII. B. Development of Model for Library Services at $33 Assessment Level 'continued from Mav_ meeting) The Commission discussed the specifics of what the service level would be so they could tell the community. It looks like the assessment funding would provide for 55 hours per week. This would bring the open hours back to the prior level, and could also provide additional hours for Thursday night and Tuesday morning. There was also discussion of the book/materials budget. It was decided to leave this item on the agenda for discussion at every meeting. Reports Susan Fuller, County Librarian County Librarian Fuller reported that funds raised by the bowling tournament put on by Cadence Corporation on June 25 should reach their goal of $100,000, which will go to the library system. Funds will be used to extend the Internet. She also distributed copies of the formula for 94/95. Dolly Barnes, Community Librarian Community Librarian Dolly Barnes distributed copies of the customer satisfaction survey data which was gathered at the library in April. The results were very positive. She reported that the summer reading club had begun, and that they were organizing a program for junior volunteers. Carolyn King, City Staff Representative Staff representative Carolyn King announced the time and place for the swearing in of new Council members and the Council reorganization. She also stated that the 94/95 budget was passed on June 15. Sally Towse, Chair No report. VIII. Communications from City Council None Oral and Written Communications None Adjournment The meeting was adjourned at 8:30 p.m. reed By: i Carolyn Ding Assistant to the City Manager TLA CITY OF LOS ALTOS One North San Antonio Road Los Altos, California 94022-3088 Tel: (415) 948-1491 Fax: (415) 941-7419 July 13, 1994 Sally Towse, Chair City of Saratoga Library Commission 15211 Bellecourt Saratoga, CA 95070 Dear Commissioner Towse: Each year CALTAC gives special statewide recognition to individuals and organizations chosen for their outstanding service to libraries. This provides an opportunity for commissioners to single out exemplary supporters of libraries. The Los Altos Library Commissioners have voted unanimously to nominate Dianne McKenna for her work this year on the Santa Clara County Library Task Force which sought a funding solution for our libraries. Her leadership and advocacy were instrumental in the implementation of the task force. We are nominating Dianne in category 5, "Elected Local, state, or federal official from California for special support or promotion of legislation to benefit libraries and/or library services." The application form is in the quarterly CALTACTICS newsletter, No. 2, April -June, 1994 (see attached). Perhaps your commissioners would also consider Dianne McKenna for this category of the award. The more nominations submitted the greater the opportunity for selection. Sincerely, Susan Heintzelman. Chair Los Altos Library Commission attachment RESPONSIVE - INNOVATIVE - CONCERNED